America has half a million swimmable bodies of water. If you want novelty, head to one of these US lakes that you haven't ...

A new Louisiana law that rolls back protections from development in isolated wetlands is inspired by a 2023 U.S. Supreme ...

Lake Verret, part of the Atchafalaya River Basin, is home to fishing camps that have been in families for generations. Like other Louisiana wetlands, the area faces habitat loss and sea level rise.

“A reading of this law … could say that all of Bayou Sauvage, thousands of acres of wetlands, are now not protected,” Rota ...

The state’s preservation of nature and wildlife, particularly in spots like the Atchafalaya Basin or the Kisatchie National Forest, offers serene escapes and opportunities to connect with the ...

Animals Around The Globe is a travel platform focused on wildlife and unique destinations, where you can discover all your favourite animal encounters. ... The Atchafalaya Basin in Louisiana is the ...

In the case of Pat’s Throat Bayou, the argument was over whether wetlands connected to the navigable bayou were cut off legally or illegally when Miller built a dam, said Brennan Spoor, a member of ...

St. Martin Parish council members and swamp advocates are opposing a river diversion project in the Atchafalaya Basin, citing concerns over flooding and ecological damage, and have filed a lawsuit ...

“A Secret History of American River People,” will journey by handmade shantyboat through Louisiana’s waterways. Artist Wes Modes and crew will navigate Bayou Teche and the Atchafalaya Basin.

Discover the fascinating nicknames of U.S. states, from Texas's 'Lone Star State' to California's 'Golden State', and learn ...

Maryland DNR ensures rescued animals affected by fuel spill get care they need | Exclusive. At least 25 birds, both geese and ducks, along with 3 turtles saved from fuel spill ...